Burra Sahib and The Himalayan Trust
Sir Edmund Hillary was very impressed with the fine qualities of the Sherpa people with their hard work, hospitality and great sense of humour. Admiring the Sherpas for their fine qualities and grateful for their loyal and courageous service, Hillary pledged to leave behind something more lasting than just a memory of friendship.  They named him Burra Sahib or Big Man (he was 6 feet 7 inches tall!). Click on the picture to find out more about the Himalayan Trust which he founded.
	Hillary built a school; with his own money and Khumjung aboice Namche Bazaar in the Khumbu valley.  Click on the picture to link to photos of the school. A tribute from one of the school's first students